Synonyms of rednessnext
: the quality or state of being red or red-hot

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The pure thermal spring water contains postbiotic microflora, which can calm the skin and reduce redness. Catherine Garcia, TheWeek, 21 July 2026 This mineral sunscreen has just the right amount of tint that can cover redness and discoloration without feeling heavy. Kaitlin Clapinski, InStyle, 18 July 2026 Both formulas feature zinc oxide, niacinamide, and hyaluronic acid to provide physical sun protection, reduce redness and calm the complexion, and hydrate the skin. Jessie Quinn, StyleCaster, 17 July 2026 But the increasingly blurry vision also came with itchiness, redness and eye crust that kept building up. Alyssa Goldberg, USA Today, 16 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for redness

Word History

First Known Use

before the 12th century, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of redness was before the 12th century

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“Redness.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/redness. Accessed 27 Jul. 2026.

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